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Can pleurisy discomfort/tightness come back suddenly after over a month being clear?
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R/O PLEURITIS : PLEURITIS=inflammation of the lining of the lung and Pericarditis = inflammation of the lining of the heart can both cause referred shoulder pain. As well as a PE=Lung blood clot. You need a full exam lab testing CXR/EKG/Shoulder X-ray to evaluate your symptoms . Please seek prompt medical attention for diagnosis and treatment options. YES IT CAN RECURR. You may need a course of PREDNISONE.
Answered 4/16/2015
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